You're Going Down
War of Desires: Unveiling the Intense Meaning Behind 'You're Going Down'
Lyrics
Define your meanin' of war
The speaker wants to understand what "war" means to the listener.
To me it's what we do when we're bored
They personally see it as something people engage in when they're bored.
I feel the heat comin' off of the blacktop
They sense intense heat emanating from the asphalt, which heightens their desire for conflict.
And it makes me want it more
The heat intensifies their craving for the conflict or the "war."
Because I'm hyped up out of control
The speaker feels incredibly excited and out of control.
If it's a fight, I'm ready to go
They're mentally prepared for a fight or confrontation.
I wouldn't put my money on the other guy
The speaker is confident they would win if there were a confrontation.
If you know what I know that I know
Implying that they possess knowledge or skills advantageous in a conflict.
It's been a long time comin'
They've been expecting this confrontation for a while.
And the table's turned around
The situation has reversed or shifted unexpectedly.
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of the individuals involved is going to experience a downfall or defeat.
One of us is goin' down
Reinforces the impending defeat of one of them.
I'm not runnin'
The speaker is not fleeing from the situation.
It's a little different now
The circumstances have changed, creating a different scenario.
'Cause one of us is goin'
Reiterating the inevitability of one person's downfall.
One of us is goin' down
Emphasizes the impending defeat of one of them.
Define your meanin' of fun
Similar to the first stanza, asking the listener's interpretation of "fun."
Is it fuckin', druggin' or guns?
Lists potentially reckless or dangerous activities that may constitute "fun."
I feel the heat comin' off of the blacktop
Repeats the sensation of intense heat from the road, hinting at an impending conflict.
So get ready for another one
Prepares for another confrontation or battle.
Let's take a trip down memory lane (do you remember me?)
Invokes a memory and asks if the listener remembers the speaker.
The words circlin' in my brain (and what you did to me)
Refers to lingering thoughts about past experiences with the listener.
You can treat this like another all the same
Warning the listener not to act indifferent to what's happening, especially when they suffer consequences.
But don't cry like a bitch when you feel the pain
A caution against reacting emotionally after causing pain or harm.
It's been a long time comin'
Repeats the anticipation of a long-awaited event.
And the table's turned around
The situation has changed drastically.
'Cause one of us is goin'
One of them will experience a downfall or defeat.
One of us is goin' down
Emphasizes the impending defeat of one of them.
I'm not runnin'
The speaker is not avoiding the situation.
It's a little different now
The circumstances have shifted, leading to a different outcome.
'Cause one of us is goin'
Reiterating the inevitability of one person's downfall.
One of us is goin' down
Stresses the impending defeat of one of them.
This is hardly worth fightin' for
The speaker questions the worthiness of the conflict but acknowledges being unable to ignore small provocations.
But it's the little petty shit that I can't ignore
They're compelled to engage due to seemingly insignificant but irritating issues.
When my fist hits your face and your face hits the floor
Describes the physical altercation that will happen.
It'll be a long time comin'
Anticipates a delayed but finally received understanding by the other party.
But you got the message now
The speaker never intended to leave or back down.
'Cause I was never goin'
The listener is the one facing an inevitable downfall.
Yeah, you're the one that's goin' down
Confirms the listener's forthcoming defeat.
One of us is goin' down
Reiterates the impending downfall or defeat of one of them.
I'm not runnin'
The speaker is not avoiding or fleeing the situation.
It's a little different now
Similar to previous instances, the situation has changed, leading to a different outcome.
'Cause one of us is goin'
Emphasizes the impending defeat of one of them.
One of us is goin' down
Stresses the inevitability of one person's downfall.
One of us is goin' down
Reiterates the impending downfall or defeat of one of them.
Down
Reinforces the notion of a downward spiral or defeat.
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